SHEET METAL FABRICATOR - 1st SHIFT Metals USA - Gregor Technologies Division is seeking a SHEET METAL UTILITY WORKER in Torrington, CT. Metals USA is a solid, growth oriented aluminum/stainless steel distribution center servicing the defense, aerospace and fabrication industries. Responsibilities: • Sets up metal fabricating support equipment such as Pemsert, DA grinders and Timesaver as needed. • Operates fabrication equipment using MIG and TIG welding machinery. Uses a variety of hand tools as required. • Inspects and tests welds & equipment constantly. Checks for durability as well as meeting specified standards. • Fabricates/Assembles the parts to the industrial customer specifications ensuring quality products. • Applies knowledge of assembly to perform sheet metal fabrication. • Deburrs, sands and polish finished materials. • Completes production paperwork, follows shop systems/procedures and follows inspections procedures daily. • Inspects and measures finished products and compares to the requirements to determine if the process was completed properly. • Performs daily maintenance and inspection of equipment to ensure functionality. Requirements: • Two-year technical degree and/or apprenticeship in sheet metal fabrication or welding • Prior experience with all types of welding to include MIG & TIG • Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, documents and blueprints. • Ability to read measuring instruments such as measuring tapes, micrometers, calipers, dial indicators and gauges • Computer Literacy with understanding of computer programming and CAD/CAM Metals USA offers a competitive starting hourly rate $22.00 - $24.00 a year and benefits plus upward mobility professional growth. Metals USA is committed to protecting our employees by creating and maintaining a workplace free of substance abuse. “Metals USA provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.”
See More Details >>Becoming a sheet metal worker in Torrington, CT, typically begins with a structured apprenticeship, combining hands-on experience and classroom learning, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships in the sheet metal trade last about three to five years, requiring approximately 8,000 hours of training under experienced professionals. According to the latest data, there are 1,269 sheet metal workers in Torrington, CT, with wages averaging $1,542.50 per week for experienced professionals. The job market in Torrington is stable, with a slight increase in employment from 1,206 to 1,269 workers between 2024 Q1 and 2024 Q2. Trade schools, unions, and industry associations help aspiring sheet metal workers find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential.
